6
D)
Gain assurance from a responsible person that the Industrial Truck and combination of
attachments which are used to support the platform, comply with AS 2359.1 and that
person has provided all information necessary to ensure that risks are eliminated or
controlled.
E)
Do not exceed the rated capacity of the Industrial Truck to handle the load. Trucks used
to lift the type WP Work Platforms must have capacities equal to or greater than;
•
For a counterbalance truck – 1825 kg,
•
For reach trucks – 1095 kg.
F)
The Industrial Trucks shall be used on a hard level surface. The area in which the
attachment is to be used has been accessed as suitable for the task to be undertaken.
There should be suitable clear space to safely use the Work Platform.
G)
While lifting in an area subject to passing traffic, barriers or warning signs shall be used
to prevent any interference.
H)
Any stabilisers on the Industrial Truck shall be engaged prior to lifting.
I)
The travel controls shall be in neutral with the park brake engaged.
J)
The mast, if adjustable shall be set at vertical, NOT back tilted.
K)
The Fork Arms shall be horizontal.
L)
The controls, other than the tilt, lifting and lowering controls, shall be immobilised.
M)
The Operator and every person to be elevated shall check the Platform is securely
attached to the Forklift in accordance with these Instructions –
refer Section (3.1)
.
N)
The Operator shall stay with the Industrial Truck controls at all times.
O)
The Operator shall keep hands and feet clear of controls other than controls in use.
P)
The Operator shall keep clear of overhead obstructions and in particular
MAINTAIN RELEVENT CLEARANCE OF ELECTRICAL CONDUCTORS.
Q)
Before any person is elevated or supported by the Work Platform, the Operator shall lift
the platform to the required working height to confirm that all systems are functioning
correctly.
R)
The Operator shall lift and lower the platform in a smooth manner.
S)
Elevated personnel shall stand on the floor of the platform at all times they are elevated.
T)
Ladders or any other means shall not be used to gain extra height.
U)
Whenever a person is supported by the platform, any manoeuvring of the Industrial
Truck shall be minimised.
V)
Ensure safety features are provided, visible and working effectively.
W)
Ensure no unauthorised alterations to the equipment have been made that may cause
risk.
X)
Ensure regular maintenance, testing and inspections are carried out and recorded in
accordance with the relevant Industrial Truck Manuals and these instructions
[refer
Section (7)],
and corrective action initiated where applicable.
Y)
If any of the equipment becomes unsafe, stop all usage until the risk is eliminated or
controlled
Z)
The Industrial Truck is to be operated in accordance with
AS 2359.2 Section (3)
and
these Instructions where applicable.
WARNING
: Failure to observe the above
Risk
Control Measures
and those outlined in
Appendix A
could result in
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
